Abstract: A ring with a composite Diamond Head setting is described that includes a head portion and a base portion. The head portion includes at least one channel structure that defines a marquise-cut diamond shaped indentation adapted to be positioned with a plurality of multiple shaped diamonds in a juxtaposition arrangement to form a clustered Diamond Head that creates an illusion of a big marquise-cut shaped diamond over the head portion. The head portion can include a circular or pear shaped indentation adapted to be positioned with multiple shaped diamonds in a juxtaposition arrangement to form a clustered Diamond Head that creates an illusion of a big a circular or pear shape shaped diamond over the head portion.

Abstract: A jewelry article with a gem invertedly set therein. A cut gem having a top and a bottom is set into the jewelry article in an inverted position such that the bottom of the cut gem faces out to be viewed when a user wears the jewelry article. The jewelry article may further comprise a plurality of cut gems and a center gem. The cut gems are invertedly set into the jewelry article and arranged around the center gem such that the jewelry article has a substantially star shape when the jewelry article is viewed from above.

Abstract: An interchangeable jewelry system includes an interchangeable setting and a main body to selectively mount the interchangeable setting, the main body includes a band portion designed to be worn by a wearer, and a base portion to receive the interchangeable setting, the base portion includes a receiving platform to receive the coupler, an open cage extending from the platform to partially surround the interchangeable setting, and an openable cover movably coupled to the open cage to partially surround the ornamental item, wherein the openable cover moves between an open position and a closed position, the interchangeable setting is mounted to the main body when the openable cover is in the open position to dispose a main portion of the ornamental item above the open cage, and the openable cover partially surrounds the ornamental item in the closed position when the coupler is coupled to the main body.

Abstract: A jewelry ring and associated method includes a shank, and a cross member having ornamental elements which is received by the shank. The shank has two upwardly directed slots which accept the cross member and allow it to slide upward toward the ends of the shank. When the ring is worn the finger holds the cross member in the slots of the shank. The cross member includes ornamental elements which rotate around a rod. End members on the rod retain the ornamental elements, and prevent the rod from sliding transversely through the slots in the shank.

Abstract: A jewelry ring and associated method includes a shank, and a cross member having ornamental elements which is received by the shank. The shank has two upwardly directed slots which accept the cross member and allow it to slide upward toward the ends of the shank. When the ring is worn the finger holds the cross member in the slots of the shank. The cross member includes ornamental elements which rotate around a rod. End members on the rod retain the ornamental elements, and prevent the rod from sliding transversely through the slots in the shank.

Abstract: Methods of forming larger sintered compacts of PCD and other sintered ultrahard materials are disclosed. Improved solvent metal compositions and layering of the un-sintered construct allow for sintering of thicker and larger high quality sintered compacts. Jewelry may also be made from sintered ultrahard materials including diamond, carbides, and boron nitrides. Increased biocompatibility is achieved through use of a sintering metal containing tin. Methods of sintering perform shapes are provided.

Abstract: A jewelry wire ring is disclosed that includes a band member and an interchangeable member. The band member is a multi-segmented arrangement of gold/silver wires intertwined together to form helical rope structure. The interchangeable member has an ornamental configuration adapted to represent a crown of the ring. The interchangeable member includes a channel section adapted to circumvolve along the helical elements of the band to define a locking and/or unlocking position of the ring.

Abstract: Shown is a ring for interchangeably displaying a bead-type ornament. The ring includes a shank portion for at least partially circling a user's finger. A support member extends away from the shank to a position spaced from the user's finger. A post extends from the support member toward the user and terminates in a free end. A bead-type ornament may be positioned on the post while the ring is not on a finger and is held captive by the support member and post when the ring is on a finger.

Abstract: A jewelry setting for gemstones, including cabochons, faceted stones, or other stones, pearls, wood cabochons, or other decorative objects, having a mounting ring and multiple rear-mounted retaining arms is disclosed. A method for assembling a jewelry setting is also disclosed. The decorative object may be inserted through the rear of the mounting ring. The mounting ring has a diameter that is slightly smaller than a diameter of the decorative object, thus preventing the decorative object from passing completely through the mounting ring. The retaining arms may be bent inward and tightened against the decorative object, thus securing the decorative object within the setting.

Abstract: A nursing cuff that can be moved easily back and forth from the right to left wrist as a result of its contractible nature and a permanent opening, allowing the nursing mother to keep track of which breast she last used to feed her baby. The cuff is made of a durable, waterproof, non-toxic material and expands and contracts to conform to the nursing mother's wrist. The cuff also serves as a baby massager, which calms both baby and mother before, during, and after feedings.

Abstract: The present invention relates generally to fashion accessories designed and made from traffic cone rubber, more particularly related to Bracelets, Key Chains, Necklace Pendants, Earrings, Rings, Wallet, Belts, Zipper Pulls, Belly Button Piercing, Bookmarks, Bra, Door Hanger, Cell phone/Beeper/Pager Holder, Ipod Case, Cell Phone Charm, Wall Mask, Winter Hat/Beanie Hat, Baseball Cap, Tie, Hoodie, Satchel Bag, Sneaker, Decal Snaps, Money Clip, Magnet, Backpack, Watch Band, Relief Carving, Eyeglass Case, Headband, Coaster, Car Decoration, Ornament, Pet Products, Hair Clip, Change Purse, Purse, Pins/Buttons, Anklet, Lanyard, Nose Piercing, Charms, Button, and Cufflinks.

Abstract: Piece of jewellery of generally toroidal shape having an annular enclosed space (18) closed upon itself of which the outer wall (1) and/or inner wall (2) are at least partly transparent. This enclosed space (18) holds decorative elements (13) freely moving inside of it.

Abstract: Methods of making tungsten carbide-based annular jewelry rings including sinterable metal and/or ceramic powder materials compressed into a predetermined configuration and then sintered to form an annular jewelry ring to which softer precious metals, stones, crystals or other materials suitable for use in jewelry may be affixed. Such items of jewelry may have multiple facets and can be fabricated using various disclosed techniques and various combinations of materials.

Abstract: The disclosure relates to a platinum alloy comprising (a) 63.01 to 69.99 wt. % of platinum, (b) 1.5 to 10 wt. % of cobalt, and (c) 20.01 to 35.49 wt. % of copper. The platinum alloys have excellent mechanical and optical properties for use in the production of ornamental articles such as rings, necklaces, earrings, watch bands, watch bodies and other jewelry. The disclosure further relates to a method of preparing the platinum alloys and their use in the production of ornamental articles. Still further the disclosure relates to ornamental articles comprising the platinum alloy and a method of production thereof.

Abstract: A gem setting for gemstones includes a channel with walls having grooves for holding a portion of a gem girdle, such that when a gem having a crown is set into the channel, the upper portion of the groove extends over the crown of the gem. The upper part of the channel above the groove can be permanently bent or rolled over the crown of the gem to secure the gem in the ring channel. A method of setting a gem in the channel includes inserting the gem girdle in the grooves, without permanently bending the channel walls, until the gem is positioned within the channel such that if the gem and ring together are placed in an upside down position, the gem will not fall out of the channel. Next, the upper part of each channel is permanently bent over the crown of the gem, to thereby secure the gem in the channel.

Abstract: A mounting device for hand-worn jewelry in the shape of two open rings joined together at their ends essentially forming an inverted ‘m.’ The mounting device comprises two semicircular arcs joined together to form the bottom of the inverted ‘m’ shape and three vertical stems connected at their lower end to the semi-circular arcs thus forming the legs of the inverted ‘m’. Caps are affixed to the tip of the stems, to allow anchoring of the mounting device to the webbing of the hand and also to provide on their upper surface a mounting and display area for mounting precious stones or for engraving artistic motifs.

Abstract: A jewelry product whose ring shank is strengthened after ring sizing by securing a protective reinforcement plate made of a material to a recess in the ring shank. The ring shank is less susceptible to wear from abrasion than is the ring shank. The ring shank may have a decorative portion facing outwardly located diametrically opposite the recessed portion. An insert may be seated about the decorative portion.

Abstract: There is provided a method or process for fabricating a hollow jewelry article which is hollowed or bored out. In accordance with this process, a metal ring model is prepared comprising a solid shank and a metal plate supported along the internal perimeter of the shank by means of a series of spokes extending from the shank. A first metal mold is produced from the metal ring model having the external shape of the jewelry article to be manufactured. From this mold, a wax model of the jewelry article is produced which is first filed down and then cast in order to form a metal model of a core insert; the core insert, like the ring model, has a plate disposed along the perimeter of the shank. This core insert is used to produce a second metal mold. This second mold may then be used repeatedly in order to form a soluble wax core insert model which is then inserted into the cavity of the first mold in order to define the hollow region of the article.

Abstract: A method of forming a jewelry article comprises the steps of (a) providing a powder mixture comprising tungsten and one or more of: titanium carbide, chromium carbide, nickel, molybdenum, vanadium carbide and iron, (b) placing the powder mixture in a mold and (c) applying sufficient pressure and temperature to the powder mixture to form a solid jewelry article.

Abstract: A novel structure for increased comfort and utility of jewelry items, particularly rings, is described and claimed herein. The structure, comprising a plurality of elevated surfaces within the interior of the jewelry item, allows increased blood circulation, increased air flow, and ease of cleansing, as well as increased comfort. A variety of embodiments are described.

Abstract: The system of interchangeable click ring for the entire creation of assembled rings. The entire ring already assembled is composed by one fixed interchangeable part (shank) (FIG. 1) and an ornamental part, an interchangeable one, too. The system is realized trough a mechanism that links an interchangeable element called male element (shank) opened in the overlooking part (FIG. 2/1) and with different sections (FIG. 1/3) with definite mechanical characteristics which can generate a countless number of releases and assemblages on one part of the mechanism inclusive of all the grooves called female (FIG. 4), and using the elastic proprieties both of the metal and connate to the shape and development of the shank.

Abstract: An adjustable finger ring includes an ornament member and a pair of shank members held by the ornament member. The ornament member includes an E-shaped setting section and a clipping section pivotally connected with the setting section. The setting section has two side-by-side grooves disposed at a bottom side thereof. Each of the grooves is provided with a projected pin. The shank member is substantially C-shaped and provided with a flat top section and a curved bottom section. A width and a thickness of the top section are corresponding to the groove. The top section includes a plurality of adjustment holes disposed along a longitudinal direction thereof. The shank members are received in the grooves and held by the setting section and the clipping section. The size of the ring is adjusted by inserting the projected pin into one of the adjustment holes.

Abstract: An arrangement for the presentation of a jewelry element has a carrier, the carrier and the jewelry element each having a pair of bearing parts for supporting the jewelry element. The bearing parts associated with the carrier are a component part of a separate bearing device. The carrier, the jewelry element, and the bearing device are modular structural component parts. The bearing device can be connected to the carrier and to the jewelry element. The bearing parts may comprise a pin and a recess for movably supporting the jewelry element. The pin converges in the direction of the recess according to a defined converging angle. The recess diverges in direction of the pin according to a diverging angle. The diverging angle is greater than the converging angle. The pin and the recess meet at the vertex of the diverging angle and converging angle to form a point-type bearing support.

Abstract: The appearance of gemstones, such as diamond, of various cuts is enhanced with a narrow non-planar strip of a reflective, color matched material, such as gold with yellow gems or platinum with clear gems, is peripherally positioned around the visible portion of the gemstone in a setting. A realistic multiple reflective optical illusion is created of a larger size gemstone. The appearance of a gemstone is also visually enhanced in a ring setting with the band of the ring being constructed of separated ring elements which permit additional ambient light to strike the normally hidden lower and lateral portions of the gemstone and increase sparkle. Optionally, connecting members between the separated ring elements incorporate monograms or design. The invention includes the jewelry items of gemstones and settings having the enhanced appearances of size and/or increased sparkle.

Abstract: A silver-palladium alloy formulated to provide an alloy with a whiter color and superior casting and fabrication properties as compared to nickel-based white gold and also to impart to an article of jewelry or the like favorable properties afforded by white gold. The alloy generally includes silver and palladium, with silver being the predominant component. In some embodiments, the alloy contains about 75%-85% silver and about 5%-15% palladium by weight.

Abstract: A jewellery element, in particular a precious stone ring, comprises a magnetic device to cause the jewellery element setting to float with respect to the jewellery element base.

Abstract: The present invention discloses a ring base with releasable hooks. The ring base comprises a concave part; a spring placed on the concave part; a plate including holes formed therein and attached on the spring; and hooks passing through the holes in the plate to be rotatably fixed on the concave part.

Abstract: A ring and bracelet combination is formed from a plurality of segments pivotally linked together. Each segment has a digit sized opening therethrough. A decorative head is hingedly connected to the one end segment and a clasp is piviotally connected to another end segment. When the segments are end to end the combination is in a bracelet configuration, and when the segments are accordioned together with the openings aligned, the combination is in a ring configuration.

Abstract: An article of jewelry supports a plurality of primary stones in a linear mounting array and which is bordered on both sides by accent stones. The girdles of the primary stones and of the accent stones are positioned close to each other with the accent stone girdles being above the primary stone girdles. A method of making the article of jewelry includes the use of a lost wax casting process followed by hand-setting of the accent stones and an application of a highly reflective coating, such as rhodium to surfaces that are adjacent the areas of congruence of the primary and accent stones. The resultant piece of jewelry presents the appearance of floating or unsupported primary stones.

Abstract: A gold plated jewelry article that has an antique, ancient or aged appearance and methods of making the same. The method includes providing a matte finish on an engravable article having a desired shape and being made of a metal or alloy that is less precious than gold; plating all visible surfaces of the engravable article with a thin layer of gold; and engraving characters on at least one surface of the engravable article. During use, the gold plated jewelry article wears or deteriorates to exhibit the antique, ancient or aged appearance.

Abstract: A jewelry ring and an associated assembly method involves the ring being assembled with a set of easily fabricated components that allow for mass production, easy custom fabrication, and use in hobby kits. The ring employs a U-shaped shank formed of sheet material and a bezel formed of sheet material that are attached to each other in a manner that imparts the ability for the bezel “float.” The bezel has an upper portion formed with sheet material to provide for ornamentation with designs or gemstones. The bezel further includes a lower portion that has a plurality of parallel ferrules. The shank includes a plurality of holes in each end and the bezel is attached to the shank with bars or wires that are inserted through one end of the shank, through the ferrules and through the other end of the shank and secured with retainers.

Abstract: An ornamental ring of at least two parts with an outer ring (2) as the first part, and an inner ring (1) rotatable around multiple axes against the outer ring as the second part. The inner ring is removable from the outer ring (2) without the use of tools and connectable to the outer ring without the use of tools, with an outward curvature on the inner side (5) of the outer ring (2), and a corresponding outward curvature on the outer side (4) of the inner ring (1). The inward facing surface of the outer ring (2), and the outward facing surface of the inner ring (1) are free of elements projecting above the surfaces, with two indentations (7, 8) positioned diametrically opposite on the inner side (5) of the outer ring (2).

Abstract: A hollow ring design which may be formed by stamping a shank and stamping a top piece is provided. The shank is formed with a comfort fit, such as a convex configuration, along its inside surface and with a non-planar recess, such as a concave, rectangular or square hollow configuration, at least along a portion of its outside surface. A top piece is also stamped along its inside surface and is thus formed with non-planar recess, such as a concave, rectangular or square hollow configuration, opposite that of the recess of the shank. The top piece is configured and sized to fit onto the shank without any need to force fit one piece to the other, while at the same time forming an arcuate channel inside the ring to reduce the cost of materials.

Abstract: An item of jewelry includes a movable or removable setting and a charm coupled to a short chain. The chain carrying the charm can be captured by the movable or removable setting. According to one embodiment, the setting has internal threads which mate with a threaded post. According to another embodiment, the setting is coupled to a slotted basket via a bayonet coupling. The charms are preferably provided in a wide range of designs, including, but not limited to holiday themes, religious themes, astrological signs, varsity letters, graduation year, wedding themes, commercial characters such as Disney characters, TV characters, messages such as “I Love You”, etc. The settings may include different color stones to match different color clothing, birth stones, etc.

Abstract: The present invention provides a ring detacher typically including typically including a base, a retainer, a screw and a handle bar, in which said retainer having a through-hole is located to standing on the base for passing through the finger wearing on the ring, said retainer also has a radial threaded hole crossing the frame of the retainer connecting to the through-hole rightly so that the screw can be secured in or out the through-hole via the threaded hole with the external thread engaging with the threaded hole, meanwhile the screw has a crowned pressing head built on the bottom end stretched into the inside of the through-hole, and said handle bar can be located on the top end of the screw. The present invention has the simplified structure, so the operation is very convenient, safety avoiding the embarrassment situation of being unable to pull the ring off happening.

Abstract: A method of enlarging a ring. A ring to be enlarged is severed, preferably with an end mill, and then expanded. The end mill will preferably cut a circular section from the ring, so that the ends of the now severed ring are concave. A plurality of preformed bars are also provided. The bars will have curved ends that match the curvature of the ring ends. The curvature of the bars and the ring will also match. The width of the various bars, between the ends, will be selected to correspond to desired increases in the ring circumference. A cross-sectional slice will be cut from a bar of the appropriate width and inserted into the severed ring. The ring and the cross-section will then be joined together, preferably with an induction welder, which can be used to quickly heat only a limited portion of the ring and insert.

Abstract: The present invention generally relates to a jewelry ring (1) and a method for the production of such a jewelry ring (1). The jewelry ring consists of a first ring (2) having an inner surface area, a second ring (3) and a sliding ring (4), the latter is located between the first ring (2) and the second ring (3) to ease a preferably frictionless twistability of the two rings to each other.

Abstract: A jewelry arrangement with plural gemstones exhibiting variegated light reflectance with a body portion, a plurality of through-holes in the body portion, and a plurality of gemstones retained relative to first and second openings of each through-hole. A light chamber is defined by each through-hole and the gemstones whereby light can reach the portions of the gemstones retained adjacent to the first openings only after passing through the gemstone retained relative to the second opening of that through-hole and vice versa. The gemstones retained relative to the first openings can be substantially clear, and the gemstones retained relative to the second openings can be colored. The jewelry arrangement can comprise a ring, an earring, or any other structure. Where the jewelry arrangement is a ring, clear stones, such as diamonds, can be retained along an outer surface of the shank and colored stones, such as rubies, can be disposed along an inner surface of the shank.

Abstract: A structure bonding different metals for valuable ornaments includes a valuable ornament body which consists of at least a metal body and a hard metal element that are coupled together. The metal body and hard metal element have respectively a coupling surface with a latch flange and a latch trough formed thereon that are engageable with each other. Thus the metal body and the hard metal element can be bonded together securely. The valuable ornament body thus formed has a greater hardness. The bonding of different metals also provides a novel design different from the conventional ornaments.

Abstract: A jewelry piece having a replaceable/exchangeable jewelry setting, the piece being adapted to allow an option for it to be assembled with either one jewelry setting or a combination of jewelry settings. In one embodiment the jewelry piece comprises an attachment mechanism which uses a pin, latch, magnet or combination thereof for quick and easy manual replacement/exchange of the setting.

Abstract: A finger ring comprising a shank with a commemorative outer surface design and a dihedral setting pivotably-mounted in an aperture in the shank and having a design element on at least one face of the setting. In an embodiment, the design element on at least one face of the setting is co-commemorative with the design on the shank. In an alternate embodiment a finger ring is disclosed with a uniformly-tapered shank having an ornamented outer surface and a setting pivotably-mounted in an aperture in the shank. The setting has first and second faces, and in an embodiment one of the faces comprises a design element that is co-commemorative with a design element on the shank.

Abstract: Disclosed are structure for inlaying precious metal in and outer peripheral surface of a ring and method for manufacturing a ring inlaid with precious metal in an outer peripheral surface. The ring includes a annular blank obtained by compressing a powdered mixture including 80 to 85 weight percent of tungsten carbide in a mold by means of a hydraulic press, and a precious metal inlaid in an outer peripheral surface of the annular blank after sintering the annular blank. An annular groove is formed at an outer peripheral surface of the annular blank, in which the annular groove is defined by sidewalls, which are inwardly inclined in a downward direction, and a bottom wall. Inclined slots having a gradient identical to that of the inclined sidewalls are formed at both lower edge portions of the annular groove, in which the lower edge potions are defined between the bottom wall and the inclined sidewalls.

Abstract: There is provided a method or process for fabricating a hollow jewelry article which is hollowed or bored out. In accordance with this process, a metal ring model is prepared comprising a solid shank and a metal plate supported along the internal perimeter of the shank by means of a series of spokes extending from the shank. A first metal mold is produced from the metal ring model having the external shape of the jewelry article to be manufactured. From this mold, a wax model of the jewelry article is produced which is first filed down and then cast in order to form a metal model of a core insert; the core insert, like the ring model, has a plate disposed along the perimeter of the shank. This core insert is used to produce a second metal mold. This second mold may then be used repeatedly in order to form a soluble wax core insert model which is then inserted into the cavity of the first mold in order to define the hollow region of the article.

Abstract: A novel setting for a gemstone including a girdle, a crown on one side of the girdle, and a pavilion on the opposite side of the girdle, characterized in that the setting mounts the gemstone in an inverted orientation by prongs received in grooves formed in the crown of the gemstone such that the pavilion faces outwardly of the setting and the crown faces inwardly of the setting. Such a mounting is particularly useful when mounting a plurality of gemstones contiguously, in which case the prongs mounting each gemstone are concealed by the girdles of the gemstones. One embodiment is described wherein a plurality of gemstones are all mounted in the inverted orientation with the pavilions facing outwardly, and another embodiment is described wherein alternate gemstones are mounted in the inverted orientation with the pavilions facing outwardly, and with the remaining gemstone being mounted in the normal orientation with the crowns facing outwardly.

Abstract: The Dove-Tail Sizing Stock with Solder Pockets includes the technique of increasing or reducing the size of a circular object, such as a finger ring. The sizing stock includes dovetail shaped ends with pockets of solder on each end. The solder that is inserted into the holes drilled into the dove-tail crevices on each end of the sizing stock is of the same color, karat and hardness as the sizing stock. The sizing stock will be of the same material, color, karat and hardness as the circular object or finger ring to be sized. It will be understood that the foregoing description is for illustration purposes only. Other adaptations and uses of the invention may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the invention as set forth in the appended claims.

Abstract: A decorative jewelry finger ring of the present invention, adapted for wearing by an individual for decoration, generally made from a tubular ceramic component. Additional embodiments may include an inner groove recessed into the inner surface of the ring, and further embodiments discloses a slip-resistant member disposed within the inner groove. A method for making finger ring jewelry generally includes cutting a finger ring workpiece off of a sintered ceramic tube by using a superhard cut off wheel; and performing post-sintering operations for forming finger ring jewelry. The new method of making a decorative jewelry finger ring is time, energy and labor saving.

Abstract: This invention relates to a tension ring capable of mounting a diamond or other gemstone by applying sufficient pressure to the girdle of the stone. The tension ring of this invention provides enough springiness and elasticity to maintain the pressure at the girdle of the stone under normal wear conditions, such as a snag or blow to the ring. The key aspect to the disclosed tension ring is the fusion of a cast component which provides the detail and polish with a cold worked component which provides springiness and elasticity to the ring. The benefit to a tension mount is that more incident light can strike the gemstone and enhance the natural brilliance and luster beyond other types of settings.

Abstract: Finger ring sets according to the present disclosure include a primary ring with one or more precious stones and or other ornamentation. A secondary ring may be hinged to engage and enclose the primary ring, the combination of the primary ring and the secondary ring presenting the image of a single ring. The secondary ring may include one or more precious stones and or other ornamentation and may be hinged with either a north-south or an east-west orientation. Portions of the secondary ring may also engage each other or the primary ring to further secure the primary ring.

Abstract: A novel structure for increased comfort and utility of jewelry items, particularly rings, is described and claimed herein. The structure, comprising a plurality of elevated surfaces within the interior of the jewelry item, allows increased blood circulation, increased air flow, and ease of cleansing, as well as increased comfort. A variety of embodiments are described.

Abstract: A ring or other similar jewelry item includes a base, a plurality of platforms arranged on the base and a plurality of prongs, each prong being disposed on a platform. The prongs extend above the platforms and are arranged to form settings for precious or semi-precious stones.